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Luxurious Sausalito Lodging, Only Minutes From Exciting Attractions And Activities
Blessed with excellent weather, distinctive shopping and activities, and breathtaking
waterfront views, Sausalito is often compared to the French Riviera. Reserve a room or
suite at Casa Madrona Hotel and Spa to enjoy convenient access to the best of
this bustling, Mediterranean-style locale. For example, our historic Sausalito inn places
you in the heart of one of America's premier art communities. Browse its quaint shops
, fine art galleries, and diverse restaurants and cafés. For
a unique adventure, explore the city on a Segway, which glides almost effortlessly
along pristine bike paths and bayside estuaries. And if you desire a truly relaxing
escape, sail San Francisco Bay on a private charter boat, or commune with nature
amid 1,000-year-old redwood trees at Muir Woods National Monument - where scenes
from "Return of the Jedi" were filmed. From heart-racing outdoor fun to playful
marine life to the storied Alcatraz, the colorful attractions near our alluring
Sausalito lodging destination include:
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Vibrant and diverse arts community. Renowned as an art mecca, Sausalito attracts hundreds of painters, sculptors, and other artisans from around the world. Tap into your creative energy by touring local art galleries or taking a sculpting class. Group art classes are available at Casa Madrona. Visit WWW.SAUSALITO.ORG.
Sail San Francisco Bay on Incognito - Majestic San Francisco Bay is yours to tour with the privately chartered, 48-foot performance cruiser Incognito. This luxurious boat offers top-quality sailing equipment, along with a modern, comfortable galley. See the Golden Gate Bridge, the city's waterfront, and Angel Island with the highly experienced and personable Captain Marco. This intimate, customized trip is the perfect way to experience the Bay in all its beauty. Whether you're a first-time sailor or a seasoned veteran, you'll enjoy an unrivaled Bay Area sailing experience on Incognito.
Phone: (415) 868-2940
Email: captainmarco@cs.com
Web: WWW.SAILINGSF.COM
Sea Trek Kayak Tours - Spend a day or evening with us on the waters of the San Francisco Bay. No experience necessary! We'll give you all the tools - from kayaks to personal instruction - you'll need for a sensational day. We use two- or three-person fiberglass kayaks, lightweight paddles, and comfortable lifejackets on all of our trips. Whether you're looking for an intimate experience or a party of paddlers, we'll help you create your own adventure.
o Phone: (415) 488-1000
Email: paddle@seatrekkayak.com
Web: WWW.SEATREKKAYAK.COM
Stinson Beach, Marin County - Stinson Beach is a treasure tucked in the coastal buffs north of San Francisco. Although it's close to the city, Stinson Beach seems worlds away. The town itself stretches along a sandy spit, up into the hills to the south of Bolinas Lagoon. Situated to the south of the town, a public beach administered by the National Park Service provides white, sandy beaches, crashing waves, and picnicking for visitors year-round.
Phone: (415) 868-1922
Web: WWW.NPS.GOV/MUWO/STBE
Muir Woods National Monument - Only 20 minutes north of San Francisco, in an isolated canyon, grows the ancient coast redwood forest known worldwide as Muir Woods. The park offers solitude, interpretive displays and programs, and numerous hiking trails. Stroll among 1,000-year-old giant trees towering 260 feet high, and find out why famed naturalist John Muir called this "the best tree-lover's monument that could possibly be found in all the forests of the world."
Phone: (415) 388-2596
Web: WWW.VISITMUIRWOODS.COM
Alcatraz Tours with Blue and Gold Fleet - Explore the infamous and notorious former federal prison - home to the likes of Al Capone, George "Machine Gun" Kelley, and Robert "The Birdman" Stroud. In addition to the famous prison, Alcatraz features some of the most spectacular views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge from the beautifully landscaped Agave Trail. A walk along the trail winds through a protected bird sanctuary -- ending at a stone stairway, which leads to the parade ground formerly ringed by the houses of guards and their families. Day and evening cruises are available.
Phone: (415) 705-5555
Web: www.blueandgoldfleet.com
Cass' Marina Sailing School - Cass' Marina offers a full complement of instructional courses designed to sharpen your sailing skills. Courses range from basics, such as a keelboat certification program, to cruising and advanced sailing topics. Charters and private classes are also available. Whether you're a complete beginner or an advanced sailor, Cass' has a program to advance your sailing knowledge and enjoyment.
Phone: (415) 332-6789
Email: cassmarina@earthlink.net
Web: WWW.CASSMARINA.COM
Bay Area Discovery Museum - The nationally recognized Bay Area Discovery Museum is a one-of-a-kind indoor/outdoor children's museum that offers a full range of programs for children, parents, school groups and educators. Located on 7 and 1/2 acres in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area at Fort Baker in Sausalito, CA, the Museum's unique programs feature hands-on art, science and environmental exhibitions, performances, special events, cultural festivals and ongoing educational curricula... all with a focus on fun!
Phone: (415) 339-3900
Web: WWW.BAYKIDSMUSEUM.ORG
Angel Island State Park - Enjoy wonderful tram tours, bike rentals, camping, and sea kayaking. Angel Island is a microcosm of U.S. history, having served as a Civil War encampment, a quarantine station during the Spanish-American War, a discharge depot and recruitment processing center during World War I, an embarkation station and POW camp during World War II, and an immigration station often referred to as "The Ellis Island of the West" from 1910 through 1940. Open daily from 8 a.m. to sunset, year-round. Limited ferry service in the winter.
Phone: (415) 897-0715
Web: WWW.ANGELISLAND.COM
Bay Model Visitor Center - The Bay Model is a three-dimensional hydraulic model of the San Francisco Bay and Delta areas, and is capable of simulating tides, currents, and river inflows. The model is over 1.5 acres in size and represents an area from the Pacific Ocean to Sacramento and Stockton. This includes the San Francisco, San Pablo, and Suisun bays as well as a portion of the San Joaquin Delta. Self-guided tours in five languages are available.
Phone: (415) 332-3871
Web: WWW.SPN.USACE.ARMY.MIL/BMVC
Marine Mammal Center - The Marine Mammal Center recognizes humanity's responsibility to use its awareness, compassion, and intelligence to ensure the survival and conservation of marine animals and their habitats. We do this through rescue and treatment of ill, injured, and orphaned marine mammals; scientific inquiry to increase knowledge of marine mammals; and communication and educational programs. Open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. We are closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
Phone: (415) 289-SEAL
Web: WWW.TMMC.ORG
Sausalito Wooden Boat Tours - Discover the history and mystery of Sausalito's colorful waterfront on this narrated walking tour led by local artist and author, Victoria Colella. Hear tales of the Beat and Hippie eras. See wooden boats from the finest to the funniest. Visit the city's original houseboat and floating home communities, art studios, and boat shops. And meet the shipwrights that keep Sausalito's heritage alive. Walking tours last three hours and cost $50 per person. Sailboat rides with narrated tours also available.
Phone: (415) 332-6608
Web: www.SAUSALITOWOODENBOATTOUR.COM
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Unlimited Attractions, For All Interests, Near Our Sausalito Inn
You'll find plenty of Bay Area attractions - educational, exciting, and just
plain fun - only minutes from our time-honored hotel in Sausalito, CA. Do you
dream of visiting the Napa and Sonoma wine countries? We'll arrange your
transportation, tastings, meals, and personalized tours. Maybe you wish to
immerse yourself in the majestic natural beauty of the Marin Headland, Mt.
Tam, and Stinson Beach. We'll provide you with boxed lunches for your excursion
, as well as your own tour guide. Or just sail the crystal-blue waters of the
Bay. However you envision your dream vacation, our elegant Sausalito Inn offers
close proximity to renowned attractions, including :
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Retreat to beautiful Napa and Sonoma Wine Country. Just 45 minutes north of Sausalito. We can assist in arranging transportation, tasting, meals, personalized tours, etc., to any of the surrounding wine countries. For more information on the wineries, visit California Wine Country Getaways - The Web's Best Guide to California Wine Country, WWW.NAPAVALLEYONLINE.COM, WWW.WINECOUNTRY.COM, WWW.NAPA.COM, or WWW.SONOMA.COM.
Enjoy world-class sailing on San Francisco Bay out of Sausalito. Visit WWW.SAILSFBAY.COM for information about cruises on a 51-foot Morgan staysail ketch.
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Hike, bike, or drive through the beautiful Marin Headlands overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge and the entrance into San Francisco Bay. Follow the headlands into Muir Woods, Mt. Tam, and Stinson Beach. We can provide you with boxed lunches for your excursion, as well as your own tour guide! Visit WWW.MARIN.ORG for more information.
Ferry your way into San Francisco. One ferry transports you to the Financial District, the other to Fisherman's Wharf. Visit WWW.TRANSITINFO.ORG/SCHED/GF and WWW.BLUEANDGOLDFLEET.COM for more information.
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Nestled in a lush hillside overlooking the San Francisco Bay, Casa Madrona Hotel
and Spa features an alluring blend of vintage architecture, contemporary hospitality,
and rich Golden Gate charm. Book your reservations at our inviting San Francisco Bay Area hotel online today for preferred rates.
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